Figure Museum, Historical museum in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
The Figure Museum occupies three floors with four corner towers in the colonial Dato' Jaafar Building on Senyum Hill in Johor Bahru.
Built in 1896 during British Malaya, this mansion served as the residence of Jaafar Muhammad, the first Chief Minister of Johor.
The museum exhibits showcase the history of the Johor Sultanate through wax figures and life-sized models of notable regional personalities.
Visitors can access the museum from Monday to Thursday and weekends between 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM, with free admission for all guests.
The building architecture mirrors the design of Hardwick Hall from the British Royal family properties in the United Kingdom.
Location: Johor Bahru
Website: https://ywj.gov.my/muzium-tokoh-johor
GPS coordinates: 1.47219,103.76554
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:07
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